Drake Commissions Massive 9-Foot Sade Sculpture by Artist Rebecca Maria

Inspired by the singer’s iconic ‘Love Deluxe’ era, the towering tribute took six months and five different clays to complete.

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  • Drake’s well-documented appreciation for Sade has reached new heights with the commissioning of a custom 9-foot sculpture
  • Created by artist Rebecca Maria, the massive piece is directly inspired by the singer’s classic 1992 Love Deluxe era
  • The entirely hand-shaped artwork was meticulously crafted over six months using five different types of clay
  • Drake is certainly not being subtle about his deep-rooted obsession with Sade anymore. The Toronto rapper has officially taken his fandom to the next level, commissioning a massive, custom 9-foot sculpture dedicated to the legendary singer. Brought to life by contemporary artist Rebecca Maria, the towering new artwork pays direct homage to Sade’s iconic Love Deluxe era, permanently immortalizing the musical icon’s influence in a striking physical form.

Standing as a monumental tribute, the sculpture is a true labor of love and meticulous craftsmanship. According to the artist, the expansive project took a full six months to complete. Bypassing modern shortcuts, Maria shaped the entire 9-foot structure completely by hand, carefully molding and blending five different types of clay before it finally reached its definitive, striking form.

The resulting piece perfectly captures the sleek, timeless aesthetic of the Love Deluxe period, reflecting the quiet luxury and soulful energy that defined the masterpiece. For Drake, who already proudly boasts multiple tattoos of the enigmatic singer, this latest high-profile commission serves as the ultimate flex and a profound testament to Sade’s enduring creative legacy.

 

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